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The People Who Make Things Happen: Award Finalists Announced

By Ashley Reyes

Finalists for SEMA Awards recognizing individuals for their contributions and accomplishments in the industry have been announced:

GEN-III Innovator of the Year – recognizing a young, entrepreneurial individual, 40 years old or younger who is creating new innovative breakthroughs within the area(s) of industry opportunities, advancement, best business practices, technology and/or trends.

  • Mike Burns, CEO, ValvoMax
  • Alex Kay, founder, RestroFX International   
  • Dustin Woolf, owner, Woolfpack Racing
SEMA Awards

The Gen-III Innovator of the Year award recognizing a young, entrepreneurial individual, 40 years old or younger who is creating new innovative breakthroughs within the area(s) of industry opportunities, advancement, best business practices, technology and/or trends.

Influencer of the Year – recognizing a content creator for their outstanding contributions to automotive culture and for creating a positive impact with automotive enthusiasts.

Award winners will be announced as part of the 2022 SEMA Show Industry Awards Banquet, Thursday, November 3. The celebration will include cocktails, dinner, awards and entertainment. Exhibitors can secure complimentary tickets and purchase additional tickets through their registration dashboard, while attendees can purchase tickets here.